Outbound Dock Material Handler - Cooper Companies : Job Details

Job Description CooperVision, a division of CooperCompanies (NASDAQ:COO), is one of the world's leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses. The Company produces a full array of daily disposable, two-week and monthly contact lenses, all featuring advanced materials and optics. CooperVision has a strong heritage of solving the toughest vision challenges such as astigmatism, presbyopia and childhood myopia; and offers the most complete collection of spherical, toric and multifocal products available. Through a combination of innovative products and focused practitioner support, the company brings a refreshing perspective to the marketplace, creating real advantages for customers and wearers. For more information, visit www.coopervision.com Job Summary Performs activities in loading commercial trailers/containers, handling and inspecting goods, materials, and packages. Provides general guidance, leadership, communication, problem-solving, and trouble-shooting with all outbound job functions. ResponsibilitiesEssential Functions & Accountabilities

• Acts as a resource and trainer regarding current and developing processes and procedures within the shipping dock area.
• Works with the Department Coordinator in prioritizing and organizing the daily workflow and priorities.
• Ensures tools, equipment and materials within scope are operational, organized and available
• Sorts materials or shipments as needed and routes appropriately
• Carefully inspects freight for damage, verifies piece count, and stages freight for outbound carriers.
• Facilitate the loading of all pieces associated with the outbound shipments currently in process using the Bill of Lading (BOL) as a reference when needed
• Ensure that the carrier sign's and dates the BOL as verification that the freight has been tendered.
• Forward all shipping documentation to the designee area or person.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and shipping dock neat & free of debris; maintaining clean shipping supply area; complying with procedures, rules, & regulations.
• Maintains an ongoing understanding of current dock procedures.
• Prior to using equipment, performs operational and safety check using the Inspection checklist for man-up, sit-down and reach trucks (FM01634).
• Encourages and perpetuates open communication as well as a team atmosphere throughout the department.
• Provides feedback and input to coordinator/management as necessary regarding procedures & safety concerns.
• Provides feedback to facility maintenance on equipment issues as necessary
• Performs other duties as assigned by the coordinator or distribution supervisor.
• Ensure proper adherence to carrier signs in and our procedure
• Responsible for obtaining all proper signatures for all shipping documentation
• Responsible for communicating to leadership that all shipments have been completed and physically left the building on a nightly basis

General Job Requirements:

• Works scheduled holidays as required in order to maintain service levels for customers.
• As business needs dictates, works extended hours to complete daily department goals or tasks to mandatory Saturdays.
• Works scheduled hours and is ready to work at scheduled start times, notifies Supervisor prior to absence or tardiness in accordance with company policy.
• Immediately informs Coordinator/Supervisor/Manager of safety, sanitation, and equipment malfunctions and concerns regarding quality issues.

QualificationsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities: • PC Skills • Forklift; man-up, sit down, double reach industrial lift, electric & standard pallet jack. • Ability to perform basic mathematics accurately. • Able to utilize the electric dock plate • Exhibits good communication skills - verbal, written, and comprehension of the English language. • Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures and Regulatory requirements Work Environment: Noisy conditions > 75% Dusty conditions > 75% Hot or humid conditions - Exposure to extreme seasonal temperatures 50%-75% Wet conditions None Exposure to chemicals or solvents None Work near moving mechanical parts > 75% Physical Demands: Standing > 95% Sitting < 5% Walking 50 - 75% Climbing - up/down 20 7 steps < 15 Bending - bend forward at waist to touch object at critical height (8 above floor) 25-50% Stooping/Crouching 25-50% Kneeling - Kneel on 1 or both knees for critical time period (1 minute) 25-50% Squatting - Bend at knees to touch/grasp object at floor level (2 above floor) 25-50% Twisting 25-50% Pushing (50 pounds force) 25-50% Pulling (50 pounds force) 25-50% Reaching (overhead to critical height to grasp 6oz containers) 80 25 - 50% Hand/eye coordination 75%-90% Finger/wrist dexterity < 25% Grasping/pinching < 25% Driving: Specify type of vehicle: Man up < 25% Lifting up to 50 lbs < 25-50% Coupling - grip with dominant hand (30 pounds force) < 10% Experience:

• Minimum of 6 months experience (or reasonable equivalent) in a shipping/dock environment.
• RF experience a plus.
• Prior licensing on industrial lifts and jacks preferred.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran For U.S. locations that require disclosure of compensation, the starting base pay for this role is $19.00 per hour and may include cost of living adjustments. The actual base pay includes many factors and is subject to change and modification in the future. This position may also be eligible for other types of compensation and benefits. #LI-SM1